Pakistan

In recommendations pending before parliament, CII had recommended the death penalty for anybody misusing the law.

Judicial Commission terms Special Branch report a fraud aimed at furthering career of police officers involved.

(PTF request to have Davis Cup ties moved back to the country has been rejected by International Tennis Federation.

Pakistan deadliest of countries examined, accounting for 16 deaths, followed by Mexico and Honduras with 10 deaths.

Previously, fashion weeks only gave fashion designers platform, but it’s retailers who participate in this event.

US vice president says "we embrace those who practise that great religion in all our country".

Laws against leaking of information or data in electoral roll databases approved.

The president announced yesterday the appointment of Latif Khosa as the new governor of Punjab.

Police take night security guard into custody; initial reports say incident may have been made to look like a robbery.

Contends that judges who themselves violated the SC verdict cannot prosecute others.

Terms the occupation a ‘criminal offence’, blames the authority of negligence.

Health ministry gives go ahead on recommendation of NA Standing Committee on Health.

Overcrowded wards and shortage of doctors at Pims frustrate patients from far-flung areas.

Marvi Memon asks PPP tough questions on the rising tide of militant violence during their tenure.

Severe dearth of make-up artists forces brides to either make a compromise or go ahead with a very costly affair.

Dr. Lewis of East-West Centre shares her opinion on globalization and health in South Asia.

Plan is aimed at controlling “a rising trend of radicalisation in security forces”.

US provides Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa 21 million dollars to compensate for the agricultural loss by 2010 floods.

FIA decides to refer all inquiries and cases related to human trafficking to local police.

Policy for auction of 3G service licences to be presented to Economic Coordination Committee for approval.

Army has been enlisted for security, credibility purposes.

NAB to investigate alleged misappropriation in funds.

US provides 4.5 million dollars for the reconstruction of 300 hotels damaged during militancy and 2010 floods.

Ten day Youth Drama Festival staging various social issues comes to end.

Most victims of violence under 18, highest prevalence of violent cases in Peshawar.

Funds allocated to upgrade AJK's power supply system to ensure sufficient power supply.

As investigation drags on, rewards announced for information about more suspects.

Order follows Ahmed’s statement that he had asked for removal for failing to investigate five secretaries.

Rana Sanaullah quoted by BBC as saying that al Qaeda suspect Qari Saifullah Akhtar was not a terrorist.

Pakistan's ambassador to Saudi Arabia categorically denies making any statements against Shagufta Jumani.

Court also seeks records of illegal hiring in the PQA.

If the son of former Punjab CM fails to appear, arrest warrants will be issued against him.

PPP leaders avoid discussion on Taseer's stance about blasphemy law, call his assassination 'political murder'.

Clerics warn local Christians against becoming party in the debate on blasphemy laws.

PPP chairperson vows to defend the country’s embattled Christians and other minority communities.

What can be more fascinating and extraordinary than a female model who is in fact, really a male.

JI Secretary General, Liaquat Baloch, terms the pontiff's demand "insane"

International Cricket Council (ICC) says players will remain suspended.

Prime Minister denies change to controversial law, says controversy surrounding the law should end.

Legislators from National Assembly, Senate and provincial assemblies fail to submit educational documents.

India says Samjhauta Express probe is still in its preliminary stages, Pakistan's demand is premature.

Police say they opened fire after someone in the crowd fired the first shots.

Pemra imposes fine of Rs1 million each on two private Pakistani TV channels after they aired interviews of Qadri.

JUI-F chief says MQM's return to the treasury benches is just a temporary support for the government.

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf Chairman suggests political parties opposing PPP should unite against the ruling party.

Malaysian author criticises the policies of the West and urges Muslim youth to be more assertive.

A gathering marks the relaunch of the biannual e-magazine featuring budding writers.

Officials said findings being held back due to pressure.

Hundred member Chinese youth delegation visits Lok Virsa at Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage Shakarparian.

Show-cause notices issued to policemen for refusing to register an FIR of a kidnap case.